Enhancing the Control of Boron Epoxy Cross-Ply Laminated Composite Plates through Intelligent Implementation of PZT Sensor and Actuator

Dileep Kumar K*, M. Lova Kumari**
* Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India.
** K L Deemed to be University, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Periodicity:October - December'2023
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jme.13.4.20321

Abstract

Piezoelectric materials find diverse applications in structural engineering, particularly in fields like condition monitoring, smart control, and testing. The captivating interplay between their mechanical and electrical properties has garnered significant attention, showcasing immense potential for practical utility. Notably, these materials boast costeffectiveness, lightweight characteristics, compact size, exceptional dynamic capabilities, swift responsiveness, enduring stability, and remarkable energy conversion efficiency. In our research initiative, we delve into a study concentrated on the symmetric surface attachment of two piezoelectric patches or actuators onto composite laminate plates. The goal is to induce a bending effect in the laminate by applying equal-magnitude electric voltages with opposite polarities to these symmetrically positioned piezoelectric actuators. The determination of the bending moment involves the application of principles related to elasticity and piezoelectricity. To scrutinize the displacement and natural frequency of the composite plate influenced by this bending moment, we utilize plate theory and derive analytical solutions. Furthermore, these piezoelectric patches, affixed to the composite laminate plate's surface, double as vibration actuators. We subject the plate to loads to investigate its vibration response in a simply supported rectangular configuration. This excitation is achieved by applying time-harmonic voltages to the piezoelectric patches. Throughout our study, we compute analytical solutions for both deflection and vibration amplitude, presenting numerical results that depict the static deflection and vibration amplitude of the plate. Additionally, a parametric study is conducted to elucidate the influence of piezoelectric actuator size and placement on cross-ply composite laminate plates.

Keywords

Sensors, Cross-Ply Laminates, Piezoelectric Actuators, Vibration Control and Harmonic Voltages.

How to Cite this Article?

Kumar, K. D., and Kumari, M. L. (2023). Enhancing the Control of Boron Epoxy Cross-Ply Laminated Composite Plates through Intelligent Implementation of PZT Sensor and Actuator. i-manager’s Journal on Mechanical Engineering, 13(4), 34-40. https://doi.org/10.26634/jme.13.4.20321

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